The Friend 

I traversed snow-covered mountains, and lush green valleys

Looking for a friend down distant alleys.

I wandered along brightly lit paths, and in tall graceful buildings,

Seeking for a friend to engage with my feelings.

I searched my hands, my heart, then my soul-

This is where I found the friend who made me whole.

We dwell in harmony and talk in whispers

While seasons turn spring, summers to winters.

There is acuity and profundity in this unison-

Much sweeter than my own imagination!

I want to live in this presence peacefully

Letting my days and nights flow purposefully.

 

Shaista E. Khilji

Jan 22, 2017

Potomac, MD